The Society of Manchester & District Golf Captains hosted the annual match against The Society of Liverpool Captains for the Norman Stewart Shield at Ellesmere Golf Club on Tuesday 12th July.

Despite the forecast of showers the match was played in glorious sunshine.

A field of 100 enjoyed a wonderful day of golf on an excellent course that was presented in a superb condition.

After the meal the Captain of Ellesmere Keith Robinson was delighted to welcome both the Societies to Ellesmere Golf Club. He also mentioned that he was also delighted to have played with David Besant Roberts on his return to competitive golf following on from his recent major operation.

He commended David on his golf but felt that his driving of the buggy left something to be desired!

David Besant Roberts responded and thanked Ellesmere for their generous support throughout the day and presented the Captain with the commemorative plaque.

Peter Blacoe responded for the Liverpool Captains and also thanked Ellesmere Golf Club for hosting the event. He also presented a commemorative plaque on behalf of Liverpool. He then announced the final overall result of the competition which was won by Manchester 14 - 11 making the overall score since 1956 when the Competition was first played :-

Liverpool 25 wins Manchester 25 wins with 6 matches drawn

He then presented the Norman Stewart Shield to the victorious Manchester Captain

Holes in One were recorded by George Pate of Childwall Golf Club and Jim Walls of Gathurst Golf Club each receiving 6 SMDGC Logo Golf Balls.

Our thanks go to The Captain and Council of Ellesmere Golf Club for hosting this annual event and for the way that we were made to feel welcome throughout the day.

We look forward to renewing old friendships with our Liverpool colleagues next year at West Derby Golf Club in August 2012.

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